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LM53 AFE

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

145,965 mi
Last recorded145,965 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 AFE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2018 145,965 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 143,190 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 138,191 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 133,896 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 133,883 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 128,975 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 122,442 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 117,086 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 110,203 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 101,420 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 92,116 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2007 82,661 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 74,918 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 74,395 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Coolant level low

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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LM53 AFE is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 92,659 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM53 AFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM53 AFE registered?

LM53 AFE is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 30 November 2003.

Is LM53 AFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM53 AFE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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